Northwest Exit RD over Otter Creek
FairPosted for loadJennings County, Indiana · 2.0 Miles North of K Road · Structure no. AFINLTWL00617
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Masonry
- Length
- 172 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15
- 2014 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Air Force
About this bridge
Northwest Exit RD over Otter Creek is a masonry arch - deck carrying Northwest Exit RD over Otter Creek in Jennings County, Indiana. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older than the Indiana average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 15 vehicles a day, projected to reach 18 by 2034. The structure is 172 ft (52.3 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Northwest Exit RD over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is Northwest Exit RD over Otter Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does Northwest Exit RD over Otter Creek carry?
About 15 vehicles per day (2014 count).
How long is Northwest Exit RD over Otter Creek?
The structure is 172 ft (52.3 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.6 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.
Who owns Northwest Exit RD over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the Air Force.